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Few episodes in American history were more transformative than World War II, and in no region did it bring greater change than in the West. Having lifted the United States out of the Great Depression, World War II set in motion a massive westward population movement, ignited a quarter-century boom that redefined the West as the nation's most economically dynamic region, and triggered unprecedented public investment in manufacturing, education, scientific...
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So much to read, so little time? This brief overview of Rogue Heroes tells you what you need to know-before or after you read Ben Macintyre's book. Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader. This short summary and analysis of Rogue Heroes includes: Historical context; Chapter-by-chapter overviews; Profiles of the main characters; Detailed timeline of events;...
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In this second, stand-alone volume, Peggy and George's letters transport readers to Algeria and Minnesota as the couple courageously continues their life apart. Unable for the first time in their separation to have the comfort of a phone call, Peggy and George rely on their memories and sharing of details from their separate wartime experiences in order to feel closer in spirit as they, like millions of others, count the days until the war's end.
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From one of the greatest leaders in American history, a collection of the words and writings that inspired a generation of Americans to become the Greatest Generation.
In just under three decades of public life, Franklin Delano Roosevelt rose to become one of the greatest orators and leaders in American history. As the longest-serving US president, he guided the nation through two of the greatest challenges of the twentieth century-the Great Depression...
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So much to read, so little time? This brief overview of Irena's Children tells you what you need to know-before or after you read Tilar J. Mazzeo's book. Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader. This short summary and analysis of Irena's Children includes: Historical context, chapter-by-chapter overviews, profiles of the main characters, detailed timeline of...
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"For myself I am an optimist," said legendary British politician Winston Churchill. "It does not seem to be much use being anything else."
Have you ever wanted to deliver the ultimate Churchillian wisecrack? Give sound advice to a peer on how to deal with life's problems? Or contribute to a heated discussion on international politics? The Smart Words and Wicked Wit of Winston Churchill is the perfect pocket book to carry around in your arsenal as...
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